Precision Packing and Receiving Specialist

Precision Packing & Receiving Specialist Job Title: Precision Packing & Receiving Specialist Industry: Manufacturing Location (city, state): Elk Grove Village, IL Assignment Type: Direct Hire Pay: $25–$30 per hour Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, either 9:30 AM–6:30 PM with a one-hour lunch or 10:00 AM–6:30 PM with a 30-minute lunch. Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). About The Company: Our client is a manufacturing organization specializing in precision-engineered tools and components. The company is committed to product quality, operational accuracy, and delivering reliable products to its customers. This is an opportunity to join a hands-on team where careful product handling and attention to detail are essential to daily operations. Job Description: We are seeking a detail-oriented Precision Packing & Receiving Specialist to support warehouse operations, shipping and receiving, and inventory control. This individual will be responsible for carefully packaging precision tools and small manufactured components, inspecting incoming shipments, and ensuring orders are accurately processed and prepared for delivery. The ideal candidate has experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or logistics environment and understands the importance of protecting delicate materials throughout the shipping and receiving process. Strong organizational skills, accuracy, and a commitment to maintaining quality standards are essential for success in this role. Key Responsibilities: Carefully package precision tools and small manufactured components to prevent damage during handling and transportation.Determine the appropriate protective packaging materials based on product size, specifications, and fragility.Unpack and examine incoming shipments to confirm product condition, quantities, and identifying information.Compare received materials with purchase orders, packing slips, and other shipping records to ensure accuracy.Generate shipping paperwork, packing lists, bills of lading, and carrier shipping labels.Verify outgoing orders before shipment to ensure the correct products and quantities are being sent.Enter inventory movements and receiving information into company systems, maintaining accurate records.Organize products and materials in designated storage areas to support efficient warehouse operations.Assist with inventory audits, cycle counts, and reconciliation of inventory discrepancies.Transport materials and finished products safely between warehouse and production areas using approved equipment.Escalate damaged products, missing items, and discrepancies to the appropriate team members.Follow established quality procedures to protect sensitive components from damage, contamination, or mishandling.Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with workplace safety requirements.Contribute to improvements in packaging methods, inventory accuracy, and day-to-day warehouse processes. Qualifications: At least 2 years of experience in warehouse operations, shipping and receiving, manufacturing, or logistics.Familiarity with SAP, Salesforce, WorldShip, or other ERP and shipping systems is preferred.Previous experience handling small, fragile, delicate, or high-precision products is strongly preferred.Experience using a pallet jack is required.Familiarity with inventory management systems and warehouse transactions.Ability to read and interpret purchase orders, packing slips, part numbers, and shipping documentation.Strong attention to detail and the ability to handle precision components carefully and consistently.Basic computer skills and the ability to maintain accurate electronic records.Ability to work collaboratively with warehouse, shipping, receiving, and production team members. Additional Details: Experience in electronics manufacturing, glass handling, precision machining, cutting tools, or similar environments is a plus.Experience with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Teams is beneficial.This is a hands-on position requiring accuracy, organization, and a strong focus on product quality.The ideal candidate takes pride in completing tasks correctly and understands the importance of preventing damage to specialized products. Perks: Training provided, great leadershipNew office location and fully renovatedOpportunity to work with specialized and smaller precision-manufactured products.Collaborative team environment with an emphasis on quality and operational excellence. Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. #Admin2